If you’ve known me for long, you know that newborn photos are my absolute favorite. Sure, I love outdoor sessions at sunset, but there’s something about the sweet newness of a newborn that just makes me super happy. Maternal instinct? Maybe. Or maybe it’s the details that go along with keeping a newborn happy while being posed at the same time. I promise you it’s way harder than it looks and in fact, I almost gave them up at one point because it was so hard! I’m so happy I stuck it out and continued learning, because it’s amazing!!!

When this family arrived, the new big brother was SO exited. “It’s MY baby” and “Let me hold him” were two things I heard often. He was SO in love!!! When I took him away, I could see a little bit of anxiousness set in that a stranger was now taking his new brother away into another room. He followed me right into the camera room to watch what I was doing. When he saw his brother was perfectly safe with me and being wrapped up, he was content and walked away. Of course, he would pop in every now and again juuuuust to be sure I was on my best behavior with his new brother (spoiler alert: he was fine).

When it finally was time for sibling photos, I could not peel him away! Scroll down and you’ll see what I mean. He wanted to continue to touch him, kiss him, and have his hands on him in some form or another. So sweet!

It was so great meeting this family – I honestly loved working with them and getting to know them!

Pregnant and expecting? Let’s chat! My studio is in downtown Lake Zurich IL where I photograph families all throughout Lake County IL including Highland Park, Libertyville, Buffalo Grove, Deerfield, Vernon Hills, among several others. I am stocked with all the wraps, fabrics, blankets, bonnets/hats/tiebacks you need, so all you need to do it show up (with a baby of course).

Since newborns are photographed soon after they are born, I always recommend booking your newborn session as soon as you can during your 2nd or early 3rd trimester. I schedule about 4 newborns a month, so booking early and before baby is born is key! Of course if my schedule has an opening I will do my best to work you in after they are born, but newborn photos are done when they are about 2 weeks old so that timing is key! Book now knowing its one less thing to worry about or forget later – pregnancy brain is a thing!!

Contact me if you’re ready!

For the third year in a row I am thrilled that I have been selected as one of the best newborn photographers in Chicago IL by Expertise. I have worked hard over the years it totally fills my cup that I am included in such a list. The businesses selected are chosen for their reputation, credibility, experience, availability, and professionalism. The Chicago area is flooded with beautifully talented photographers, so to be considered and then added to such a list an honor and a validation that people enjoy what I do.

I am proud that my little boutique studio in downtown Lake Zurich Illinois is able to provide luxury portrait session for those that I am lucky enough to work with. I put a lot of love into my sessions and I aim to create a beautiful experience for everyone. I have been in business since 2009 and I have loved every day doing what I do – creating beautiful art for families. It’s an honor for me to create something so personal and so special for families.

I would love to work with you so you can experience a custom, luxury newborn photography session, as well. My downtown Lake Zurich photo studio has everything you need. I supply the wraps, hats and bonnets, tiebacks and headbands, and basically everything else for your photos. Just bring baby and let me do the rest! My studio also has a separate sitting area for you to relax in (or nap, not kidding) so literally just show up and let me do the rest!

Contact me now to book your session or to get more details. And in case you’re wondering, yes, I offer maternity photography, as well. I have a room filled with gowns and dresses JUST for those sessions.

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